I'm considering ordering a 'cheap' mechanical oil pressure checker from amazon to see if it is just the switch or actually intermittent low oil pressure - not sure how I'd check it if it only comes on after driving for a bit. Thats the best you can do without getting it to an indie. Get a decent on...

Maybe you already did but, definitely check the connector on the oil pressure sensor, and the wires that lead to it. Probably no junkyard parts sources around you to grab and try another pressure sender? Although I guess I've never heard of one going bad. Have definitely seen them come unplugged for...

At 240k the oil pans could quite possibly be on their way out. Replacing them isn't terribly difficult if you have some wrenching experience, and there is no need to jack up the engine part way. If you use a ratchet strap to move the power steering lines out of the way that part is a breeze. It's mo...

It should clear up right away. Are you able to plug the hoses and blow bubbles into the oil pan sump? If not, the bottom drain port is clogged. Apologies if you already confirmed that passage is open. Might be time for a compression test. Small line from the flame trap connects to the nipple on the ...

Replace the 'O' ring (s?) on the dipstick. When were they last replaced? They go hard and that allows it to vent.

I know the later 2 ring 'O' rings are no longer listed but are the same as an early P2.

Neil.